Paul Dorsey Jr.: Athens perfect for Google high-speed Internet

Posted: Monday, March 29, 2010

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I can think of no better city poised to benefit from Google's high-speed broadband than Athens. We are home to the University of Georgia, major research and development initiatives, and a vibrant music scene and cultural center.

Athens is gaining a new medical college and currently serves other smaller colleges as well. Most of our residents truly are involved and dedicated to their community.

However, we also are challenged with a high rate of poverty, and this new technology can help us reduce this problem. Through both education and new job creation, the poor is one of the major groups that stand to benefit from this new technology. With the continued growth partially brought by Google's investment, our town just might help lead the way to a better tomorrow.